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What Do You Know About Teen Health?

Test your knowledge of what it takes to be a healthy teen.

1. At what age does the adolescent growth spurt usually begin for girls?

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The growth spurt in girls typically occurs two years earlier than in boys. Girls can have their growth spurt as early as ages 6 or 7, but it typically occurs at age 11. Body parts may grow at different rates, and teens often appear clumsy and feel awkward during this period.

A. 5B. 9C. 11D. 16

2. How much calcium per day does an adolescent need?

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Both boys and girls need a calcium-rich diet during their teen years to ensure they store up enough calcium in their bones.

A. 900 mgB. 1,000 mgC. 1,200 mgD. 1,300 mg

3. Routine physical examinations should be done how often during the teen years?

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A health care provider should monitor adolescent growth and development on a regular basis; ideally, once a year.

A. AnnuallyB. Every two yearsC. Every three yearsD. Every four years

4. What immunizations should teenagers have?

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The Tdap booster is recommended for teens at ages 11 to 12. Teens 13 to 18 who missed getting the Tdap booster at ages 11 to 12 should also receive it. Those who received a tetanus-diphtheria (Td) booster at ages 11 to 12 should receive Tdap for additional protection against pertussis. Teens should also get a "catch-up" immunization for measles, mumps, and rubella, and chickenpox, if they missed a recommended dose in childhood.